Obituaries

Oct 23, 2017

Shuhart, Edward Lewis CASTLETON Edward Lewis Shuhart, born on April 2, 1959, passed away on October 23, 2017, with his loving family by his side. Ed was born the second son to Cyril and Annette Shuhart and lived most of his life in upstate New York. He enlisted into the Army as a young man, where he served and was...

Oct 22, 2017

East SchodackErica J. Phillips, 29, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 22, 2017 after a brief illness related to her lifelong battle with Cystic Fibrosis. She is survived by her parents, Thomas and Margaret Phillips; her brother, Glenn; and her Corgi, Ranger. Her extended family includes 3 grandparents, 14 aunts and uncles, 15 cousins, and 4 first cousins, once removed....

Oct 3, 2017

Oct 3, 2017

Darline Burke, 68, of East Nassau passed away at home on Oct. 3, 2017. Darline formerly worked at Walmart in East Greenbush. Survivors include her husband Keith Burke, a son, Charles Scott and a sister Marta Talbot. Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

Sep 27, 2017

Joan K. Finlay of Rensselaer, formerly of Nassau passed away on Sept. 27, 2017. Joan was predeceased by her husband Walter "Bud" Finlay. She is survived by her son Jim (Diane) Finlay; daughters, Sue (David) Madison and Peg Finlay; siblings, Michael, Alan, Barbara and Mara. She is also survived by several grand and great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank...

Sep 22, 2017

Michael P. Keating Sr. ('Mike') passed away suddenly on Friday, September 22, 2017. A 30 year resident of East Greenbush, he retired from Owens Corning after 33 years to Florida in 2013. Mike was an Army veteran, having served in Vietnam. He was an active member of W. F. Bruen Rescue Squad as an EMT during his time in East...

Sep 16, 2017

Joan T. Ambrose, 83, of Defreestville passed away on Sept. 16, 2017. Joan was willing to help any animal in need even adopting several cats from shelters to give them a loving home. She loved her house and enjoyed caring for it, it was a blessing she was able to stay there until her passing. Joan is survived by her...

Aug 26, 2017

Carol A. Clements, 79, of Niverville passed away at Samaritan Hospital in Troy on August 26, 2017. Born in Boston Mass. she was the daughter of the late Harry and Alice Sykes. Carol was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother who loved spending time with family and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Henry Clements. She is survived...

Aug 18, 2017

Paul F. Marsch Jr., 62, of Nassau passed away on August 18, 2017 at the Stratton VA Medical Center. Paul was an Army Veteran who proudly served his country. He was a loving father and grandfather and was dedicated to rescuing animals. Mr. Marsch was also an avid motorsports fan. He is survived by his three children; Paul Marsch III,...

Aug 7, 2017

Ora H. (Patnode) Lowstuter, passed away on August 7, 2017 just shy of her 93rd birthday. Born in Dannemora NY to the late Eugene and Margaret Patnode. She is survived by her son David J. (Ruth) Bullett of Rotterdam. Ora was one of 13 children and is only survived by her brother Walter Patnode and her sister Lola Clow. She...

Aug 4, 2017

Raymond P. Akins, 67, of Nassau passed away peacefully on Aug. 4, 2017 at home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Albany he was the son of the late William and Evelyn Akins. Mr. Akins was a Vietnam War Navy veteran who served on the USS Saratoga (CVA 60). He was self employed as an electrician for Capital Controls...

Jul 3, 2017

Gerard "Jerry" Steedman, 69, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2017 after a long battle with cancer. Born June 17, 1948 in Brooklyn, he was the son of the late Edith Mineau and Jeremiah Steedman. He was predeceased by his brother Robert Steedman. Jerry is Survived by his wife of 38 years Viki Steedman; step-son, Jeffrey Straight; brother, Thomas (Margie)...

Jul 1, 2017

Brunswick, NY – Rachel Lynn Hayes passed away suddenly on July 1, 2017 at home. Born in Albany on April 22, 1992, the daughter of William and Kathleen Hayes, she grew up in New Lebanon, NY. Rachel graduated from Russell Sage College and attended Hudson Valley Community College. She loved the beach, the mountains and her family. Rachel leaves behind...

Jun 29, 2017

Family and friends wishing to honor John may attend a Funeral Mass on Wednesday, July 5th at 11:00am at St. John the Baptist Church in Valatie. Interment will follow in the St. Mary's Cemetery in Nassau. In Lieu of flowers donations may be made to the St. Jude's Children's Reasearch Hospital at www.stjude.org.

Jun 28, 2017

Richard J. "Bones" Klender, 74, of Nassau, passed away June 28, 2017 at home after a 6 month medical journey. Dick was a pipefitter/welder for Organichem, retiring 15 years ago. Dick is survived by his longtime companion Pam Dundon of Schodack and his beloved sister Joan Quigley of Sebring, Florida. He is also survived by nieces and nephews. He was...

Jun 11, 2017

Josephine M. Wilson, "Jo", 89, of Nassau, passed away at Seton Health at Schuyler Ridge in Clifton Park on June 11, 2017. Born in Troy she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Louise Boland. Jo was a1945 Graduate of Albany High School. She was a gentle person who lived lightly and gracefully on the earth and was a...

May 15, 2017

Robert W. (Bob) Hart Nassau Bob Hart, 90, of Nassau passed away on May 15, 2017. Bob was the son of the late Harold and Hazel (Burns) Hart and husband of the late Patricia C. Hart. He is survived by his loving children Marcy Hart Palmer, Rick Hart, Mitzi Hart, and Rob Hart, and predeceased by children Melba Hart Gaitor...

May 14, 2017

George J. Haefner Jr., 80, of Old Chatham passed away at home on May 14, 2017. Born in Troy he was the son of the late George J. Sr. and Mary (Thompson) Haefner. George proudly served his country in the United States Navy prior to going to work for Sterling Drug and later for EGCSD as a bus driver. He...

Apr 29, 2017

Judy Ann Phelps, 58, of Nassau passed away on April 29, 2017 surrounded by her family. Born in Albany she was the daughter of Leonard T. Sr. and Barbara A. (Romer) Smith. Judy was a lifelong resident of Nassau who was devoted to her family. Judy was a secretary for Cooper and Cooper in Nassau for over 20 years. She...

Apr 24, 2017

Paul J. McGrath, 68, of Nassau passed away at St. Peter's Hospital on April 24, 2017. Born in Albany to the late William and Margaret McGrath he was a graduate of St. John's Academy in Rensselaer and a lifetime Nassau resident. Paul was a Coast Guard veteran and was retired from his job as a machine operator at the Freihofer...